Biodiversity

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the diversity of species, genetic variation, and ecosystem diversity.

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What are biotic factors?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What are abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are the non-living components of an ecosystem, including sunlight, temperature, water, and minerals.

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What is a greenhouse gas?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect. Examples include carbon dioxide, methane, and water vapor.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat, keeping the planet warm enough to support life.

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What is deforestation?

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Deforestation is the clearing or thinning of forests by humans, often resulting in loss of biodiversity and increased carbon emissions.

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What is the impact of climate change on biodiversity?

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Climate change can lead to habitat loss, altered ecosystems, and increased extinction rates, threatening biodiversity.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment, including both biotic and abiotic factors.

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What is the importance of high biodiversity?

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High biodiversity increases ecosystem resilience, enhances productivity, and provides a greater variety of resources and services.

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What are some examples of ecosystems?

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Examples of ecosystems include forests, deserts, wetlands, grasslands, and coral reefs.